Tree Stewardship Series: Ready, Set, Grow San Diego

@ Various Locations
on Saturday, Sep 06-Nov 08, 2025
in San Diego, CA

Registration

Tree Stewardship Series: Ready, Set, Grow San Diego 

Join the City of San Diego and Tree San Diego for a four-part training series offered through the Ready, Set, Grow San Diego project. This cohort-based program is designed for individuals interested in developing skills in tree care, community stewardship, and urban forestry. The series combines online learning with hands-on field experience, offering both foundational knowledge and practical application. 

Program Schedule & Highlights:

  • Tree Stewardship Online Module (September 6): 
    Learn the core principles of San Diego’s urban forestry efforts, including tree planting fundamentals, climate resilience, and the benefits of trees in urban environments. 
  • Tree Trek – Colina Del Sol Park (September 20): 
    Engage in guided field learning with ISA-Certified Arborists, focusing on species ID, site assessment, and evaluating trees planted during past community events. 
  • Hands-On Tree Planting – Bay Terraces (October 11): 
    Apply best practices for tree installation, mulching, staking, and early care in priority planting zones. Safety and community-based planting techniques will be emphasized. 
  • Graduation & Tree Trek – Balboa Park (November 8): 
    Celebrate the cohort’s journey with a legacy tree walk and participant-led presentations highlighting the value and history of trees across Balboa Park.  

This is a free program open to volunteers, professionals, and aspiring tree stewards looking to contribute to a greener, more equitable San Diego. All participants who complete the series will receive a certificate of completion and Tree Stewardship swag. 

Location

Various Locations

San Diego, CA